Chinese President Xi Jinping, also General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, personally conveyed Spring Festival greetings to all military personnel on February 10, 2026. The gesture comes ahead of the Lunar New Year celebrations beginning February 17, reinforcing leadership appreciation for national defense forces.
This annual tradition highlights the military's crucial role in maintaining stability during China's most significant cultural holiday. President Xi emphasized servicemembers' dedication to safeguarding national sovereignty and social harmony, particularly noting their vigilance during seasonal population movements and cross-strait security coordination.
Analysts observe such messages carry heightened significance in 2026 as Asia navigates evolving security dynamics. The greeting follows recent military modernization achievements, including last month's successful deployment of the Fujian aircraft carrier group for regional patrols.
